Senegal U20 head coach Serigne Saliou Dia has unveiled a 25-man squad for the upcoming double-header against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), scheduled to take place on March 20 and 23 at the Lat Dior Stadium.
Preparation for U20 AFCON
The matches serve as part of Senegal’s preparations for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to run from April 26 to May 25.
The squad includes three foreign-based players: Pierre Antoine Dorival (Lyon), Bahmed Deuff (FC Nantes), and Bakary Sow (Sevilla B).
The remaining call-ups consist of players from various Senegalese clubs.
Domestic talent makes up core of squad
Among the locally based players are Mamadou Kara Sèye (Lusitana), Mohamed Sissokho (Amitié FC), Serigne Diouf (G.Football), Mamadou Aliou Diallo (Diambars), and Serigne Fallou Diouf (G.Football).
The list also features Ousmane Konaté (Customs), Pa Jo Clément (Teungeuth), Taly Dia (United Académie Thiès), Lyse Plouse Mendy (Sahel FC), Babacar Diouf (Customs), and Ibrahima Diallo (G.Football).
Strong defensive and midfield options
Other key selections include Omar Sarr (Diambars), Maheri Touré (Jaraaf), Ismaila Manga (Essamaye FC), Cheikh Tidiane Thiam (Oslo), and Ousseynou Fall Seck (Ajel).
Completing the squad are Ibrahima Dieng (AS Pikine), Abdourahmane Dia (Darou Salam), Alassane Gueye (Ouakam), Moustapha Fané (Guédiawaye FC), Norbert Gomis (DSC), and Adama Ngom (Keur Madior).
High hopes for young Lions
With a mix of foreign-based talent and homegrown prospects, Senegal aims to fine-tune its squad ahead of the U20 AFCON.
The tournament presents an opportunity for the young Lions to showcase their potential on the continental stage as they seek to make an impact in the prestigious competition.
